VIA HD Audio Deck - Thinks my headphones are a mic, can't change

[ConnorMcF]

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Line in should be a set of headphones, not a headset.
No idea how to change it to headphones, it's just saying it is a recording device.

 

[fireberd]

Line In is an INPUT not and output for headphones (headset). Line in is a stereo input, where the mic is only monaural (one channel).

Headphones should not be connected to an input such as the Line In.

 

[ConnorMcF]

When I plug them into the front slot, it does nothing.

 

[Layback Bear]

fireberd is our sound expert.

This tutorial by Brink should solve your problem post snap shots.

http://www.sevenforums.com/tutorials/9733-screenshots-files-upload-post-seven-forums.html

 

[ConnorMcF]

Now I'm getting weird noises like a sound getting higher pitch, staticy sort of sounds. Any ideas? :S

 

[fireberd]

Please fill in the "My System Specs". Not knowing what your PC is, all we can do is guess or offer general suggestions.